David's RV Service
Locally owned RV repair shop in Lakeside with 40+ years experience, 4.7-star rating from 99 reviews.
Lakeside, AZ
RV Water Heater Repair in Lakeside, AZ
A cold shower in the White Mountains is a quick way to ruin a trip, and Lakeside sits high enough that mornings stay cool even in summer. Two RV water heater shops serve this stretch of Navajo County, one of them mobile, plus another nearby. That's a small pool, so a call before you pull in saves a wasted drive down Highway 260.
Discover RV Water Heater Repair in Lakeside, AZ
2Shops listed
4.7★Average Google rating
1Do warranty work
1More within 30 miles
RV repair shops in Lakeside
Mend RV, LLC. Mobile RV Repair and Service
Mobile RV repair in Lakeside, AZ, covering AC, electrical, plumbing, and preventative maintenance.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Lakeside. Mobile techs on this list often cover the towns around them too.
RVMD LLC
Mobile RV diagnostics and repair in Show Low, AZ, handling awnings, AC, roofs and most systems except the engine.
Shop work or a driveway visit
Both shops on this list are mobile, which matters if your rig is parked at a campground around Show Low or Pinetop and won't move. David's RV Service also handles roof, A/C, fridge, awning and slide-out work, so one visit can cover a few problems. Mend RV covers electrical along with water heaters. If your heater is electric-only and the element is fine, the fix may be at the breaker or the switch, so describe the symptom clearly when you book. If the tank itself has failed, ask whether the replacement fits your compartment before anyone orders it. A no-show part is the main reason a two-day job turns into a week.
What usually goes wrong
Most water heater calls come down to a few things: a pilot that won't stay lit, a burner that soots up, a faulty thermostat, or a tank that has rusted through. Scale and mineral buildup shorten tank life, and winter cold in the White Mountains makes a cracked tank more likely if the unit wasn't drained. Ask the tech to check the anode rod while the panel is off. It's cheap and it's the part that protects the tank. If you smell gas or see soot, shut the unit down and let a pro look at it.
Booking around the seasons
Spring and early summer fill up fast here as seasonal campers arrive, and the same goes for the fall shoulder before the first freeze. Call ahead even in the slower months, since a two-shop town has limited slots. One of the two listed shops handles warranty work, so if your heater is still covered, get pre-approval from the manufacturer before the visit. Ask about a service call fee up front and whether it's credited toward the repair. Mobile techs charge for travel, and a clear quote beats a surprise on the invoice.
Specialists in Lakeside
Nearby cities
- Show Low, AZ (1, 5 mi)
- Springerville, AZ (1, 40 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many RV water heater repair shops are in Lakeside?
Two shops are listed in Lakeside, and both are mobile. One more sits nearby, so you have a few options if the first is booked out.
What is the average rating for these shops?
The listed shops average 4.7 stars. Only one has reviews so far, so treat the average as a starting point and ask questions when you call.
Can a mobile tech fix my water heater at the campground?
Yes. Both Lakeside shops are mobile, so a tech can come to your site. Describe the symptom and your rig's make and model when you book so the right parts come along.
Will a shop handle warranty work on my heater?
One of the two Lakeside shops does warranty work. Get pre-approval from the manufacturer first, and ask whether the shop is in that brand's network before you schedule.